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Download full textKahn, Ken – 1999
ToonTalk is an animated interactive world inside of which one can construct a very large range of computer programs. These programs are not constructed by typing text or arranging icons, but by taking actions in this world. Robots can be trained, birds can be given messages to deliver, and so on. This paper describes the design and preliminary…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Children, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Games
Peer reviewedWalsh, Thomas E., Jr. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1994
This literature review examines the contribution of the LOGO programming language toward facilitating elementary school students' learning and in promoting problem-solving skills. Topics addressed include positive and negative effects of LOGO use; LOGO theory and development; transfer of LOGO skills; and support for structured, teacher-mediated…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Geometry
Peer reviewedCasey, Patrick J. – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Argues that including computer programming in the curriculum as a medium for instruction is a feasible alternative for teaching problem solving. Discusses the nature of problem solving; the problem-solving elements of discovery, motivation, practical learning situations and flexibility which are inherent in programming; capabilities of computer…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedGillespie, Catherine Wilson; Beisser, Sally – Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual, 2001
Discusses theoretical and practical issues in teaching LOGO computer programming to young children from preschool to grade 5. Examines the program's adherence to developmentally appropriate practices, educational theories (particularly those of Piaget), and the Reggio Emilia approach. Considers implications of the program for curriculum design,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewedKafai, Yasmin B.; Ching, Cynthia Carter; Marshall, Sue – Computers & Education, 1997
Discussion of the use of multimedia in educational computer applications focuses on a project in which seven teams of elementary school students were involved in designing and implementing interactive multimedia resources in science for younger children. Results indicated improvement in science understanding and programming skills. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Peer reviewedSuomala, Jyrki – Scandinavian Journal of Educational Research, 1996
Social problem solving, effectance motivation, and information processing were studied with 38 Finnish eight-year olds using the LOGO computer programming language learned through discovery learning. Results suggest that LOGO promotes the development of problem-solving skills if each student receives sufficient support from the teacher. (SLD)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Discovery Learning, Educational Environment, Elementary Education
Mowe, Richard – 1993
This book enables educators at the elementary level to conduct formative evaluations of their technology programs in minimum time. Most of the technology is computer related, including word processing, graphics, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, databases, instructional software, programming, and telecommunications. The design of the book is aimed…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Courseware
Coady, Barbara – Computing Teacher, 1994
Describes a social studies assignment developed for Arizona eighth graders that focuses on Arizona history but also incorporates English, math, and computer programming skills to create a computer program about traveling through the state. Topics discussed include classroom management, computer requirements, community involvement, and interaction…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Selection, Courseware
International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2012
The IADIS CELDA 2012 Conference intention was to address the main issues concerned with evolving learning processes and supporting pedagogies and applications in the digital age. There had been advances in both cognitive psychology and computing that have affected the educational arena. The convergence of these two disciplines is increasing at a…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Persistence, Academic Support Services, Access to Computers
